Commissioned Lay Ministry Program Procedures and Forms

Thank you for your interest in the CLM program in the Central East Region. The following pages describe the process of applying for the program, becoming a CLM candidate, being commissioned as a CLM and continuing in the program once commissioned.

Aspirant Process in a Congregation with a Minister
From Central East Region

The aspirant process is different for those in congregations with and without ministers. This is the process for one with a minister.
Aspirant Process in a Lay-Led Congregation (no minister)
From Central East Region

The aspirant process is different for those in congregations with and without ministers. This is the process for a lay-led congregation without a minister.
Commissioned Lay Ministry Application Process
From Central East Region

Once an aspirant has approval from their congregation, this is the application process.
The CLM Candidate Process
From Central East Region

Being a candidate in the CLM program is a process that can take several years. This page describes the process and reports a CLM candidate will go through.
Commissioned Lay Ministry Commissioning Process
From Central East Region

Once the CLM candidate has completed their training and is ready to be commissioned as a CLM, this is the procedure to follow: The candidate should download the commissioning documents from the website. The candidate and the mentor will verify that the reading list has been completed….
Activity as a Commissioned Lay Ministry & Recommissioning
From Central East Region

Once commissioned, the Commissioned Lay Minister should participate in these activities. This page also describes the process of applying for recommissioning every three years.
Being a Mentor to a CLM
From Central East Region

These are the basic responsibilities of the CLM Mentor. Mentors should meet regularly with their CLM candidates. Attend quarterly meetings of mentors. Review the candidate’s quarterly reports….